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If you are planning a move to Southern California, you may want to consider Arcadia, CA. While Arcadia is eclipsed in population by several Los Angeles County cities including Los Angeles and Pasadena, Arcadia has a variety of entertainment opportunities for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.
Santa Anita Park
If you like horse racing, Santa Anita Park is a place you will not want to miss. Whether you want to bet on the races or you just want to experience a race, Santa Anita Park is a great place to visit. While races are not scheduled for November, they will start again in late December with races happening about four days a week most weeks.
You can also enjoy the Seabiscuit Tour every Saturday and Sunday morning during racing season. This free tram ride takes you to
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Depending upon the time of year, events include things like fundraisers, concerts, a farmers market, and activities for the children.
The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
With 127 acres of plants, animals, and historic buildings, The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a fun place to visit no matter your age. There are a few rules of etiquette for arboretum visitors, though. People should not remove or damage any plants, flowers, or other natural materials they see at the arboretum. Visitors may see an assortment of birds, including ducks, geese, herons, hawks, gulls, and peacocks, but they should observe birds and other animals from a distance and should not feed any of the wildlife.
Visitors will be able to see a variety of plants and landscaping, some of it coming from other countries, including Australia and Madagascar. While some plants and flowers will be familiar to most visitors, other flora will be less-familiar. No matter your age, with different plants blooming throughout the year, observing the many plant specimens will likely be a valuable learning

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